Come see this Cabin on the lake with stunning views. A hop and skip away from Amherst center. This unique 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits on 17 acres on the shore of Baker Pond. Inside this rustic dwelling, enjoy panoramic water views from the windows as you are immersed in a lovely landscape surrounded by woods and wildlife. New roof, hydronic baseboards, water heater, and upgraded electric system as of 2016. Blown-in insulation and a wood stove make for cozy winter nights. Semi-private sandy pond is great for swimming and paddling in summer and skating in winter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
17.67 acresLot Size
$365Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Mario Tascon• Executive Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with Robert Cutting• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
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Market trends in 01072, MA
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
101.5%
+2.9% MoM
Median sale price
$593K
$25K MoM
Avg. days on market
17d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
5
1 MoM
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Sale history for 244 Baker Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73232763
Jul 3, 2024
Sold
$380,000
$314/sq ft
Jun 4, 2024
Contingent
—
May 3, 2024
Listed
$399,900
$330/sq ft
MLS PIN #73122890
Aug 15, 2023
Sold
$350,000
$289/sq ft
Jun 16, 2023
Contingent
—
Jun 9, 2023
Listed
$350,000
$289/sq ft
+21
In just under 15 minutes drive from Amherst, you can be home at this charming lakeside cottage. A year-round home or getaway, this unique 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits on 17 acres on the shore of Baker Pond. Inside this rustic dwelling, enjoy panoramic water views from the windows as you are immersed in a lovely landscape surrounded by woods and wildlife. New roof, hydronic baseboards, water heater, and upgraded electric system as of 2016. Blown-in insulation and a wood stove make for cozy winter nights. Semi-private sandy pond is great for swimming and paddling in summer and skating in winter. May be possible to carve off a building lot. HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS DUE BY WED. 6/14 at 2PM. Please make offers valid past Wed. midnight.
MLS PIN #30384127
Jun 22, 2000
Sold
$155,000
$128/sq ft
Feb 8, 2000
Listed
$129,900
$107/sq ft
SECLUDED UNIQUE YR ROUND COZY 3 BR 1.5 BATH COTTAGE ON POND. MANY FRUIT AND BERRY TREES, GARDEN AREAS, NEW WELL & NEWER ROOF. ADDITIONAL 15 ACRES AVAILABLE FOR 60K-SEE DISCLOSURES. OIL HEAT & HOT WATER. DON'T OVERLOOK A TERRIFIC OPPORTUNITY.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,188 (+3.4%)
$73,100 + $99,800
$172,900
2022
$3,084 (+2.3%)
$61,175 + $80,100
$141,275
2021
$3,016 (−3.9%)
$56,800 + $76,600
$133,400
2020
$3,137 (+3.4%)
$56,800 + $73,700
$130,500
2019
$3,035 (−5.2%)
$56,800 + $73,700
$130,500
2018
$3,203 (−18.5%)
$74,400 + $64,500
$138,900
2016
$3,932 (+4.3%)
$116,400 + $61,700
$178,100
2015
$3,770 (−6.6%)
$116,400 + $58,700
$175,100
2014
$4,038
$122,600 + $73,400
$196,000
2013
$4,034 (+3.6%)
$125,600 + $73,400
$199,000
2012
$3,892 (+17.6%)
$125,600 + $73,400
$199,000
2011
$3,310
$99,100 + $71,800
$170,900
Tax history for 244 Baker Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,188 (+3.4%)
$73,100 + $99,800
$172,900
2022
$3,084 (+2.3%)
$61,175 + $80,100
$141,275
2021
$3,016 (−3.9%)
$56,800 + $76,600
$133,400
2020
$3,137 (+3.4%)
$56,800 + $73,700
$130,500
2019
$3,035 (−5.2%)
$56,800 + $73,700
$130,500
2018
$3,203 (−18.5%)
$74,400 + $64,500
$138,900
2016
$3,932 (+4.3%)
$116,400 + $61,700
$178,100
2015
$3,770 (−6.6%)
$116,400 + $58,700
$175,100
2014
$4,038
$122,600 + $73,400
$196,000
2013
$4,034 (+3.6%)
$125,600 + $73,400
$199,000
2012
$3,892 (+17.6%)
$125,600 + $73,400
$199,000
2011
$3,310
$99,100 + $71,800
$170,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
17.67 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,056
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Franklin County
APN
3303140
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,212
Foundation Details: Block
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 17.67
Lot Features: Wooded
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,839.83
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Private Sewer
Water Source: Private
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Location
Location Information
Directions: Use GPS
UnparsedAddress: 244 Baker Rd, Shutesbury MA 01072
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,056
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 17.67 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Franklin County
APN: 3303140
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Shutesbury Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Amherst Regional Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
8/10
Amherst Regional High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Shutesbury, MA • 01072
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$423,000 – $512,000
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